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Affiliate Creator Product Selection Policy

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TikTok Shop restricts creators from promoting certain affiliate products unless they meet category-specific eligibility criteria. Some categories require minimum PPS and CHR scores; others require either recent sales or consistently high-quality e-commerce content. Invite-only categories are only available to invited creators.

Key points

  • General-criteria categories require PPS 3.5+ and CHR 150+.
  • Tailored-criteria categories require either recent sales or consistently high-quality e-commerce content.
  • Invite-only categories cannot be accessed through application or access requests.
  • Eligibility applies when adding products to Showcase, LIVE, and video anchors.
  • If you are not eligible, TikTok Shop will block the add action and send an automated notification.

Say / show

  • Check whether the product category is under general, tailored, or invite-only eligibility rules.
  • Verify your PPS and CHR before adding products in general-criteria categories.
  • Use recent sales or high-quality content history to assess tailored-criteria eligibility.
  • Review the automated notification if a product cannot be added.
  • Verify against the TikTok source before acting.

Do not say / show

  • Do not claim all affiliate products have the same eligibility requirements.
  • Do not say invite-only categories are open for applications or access requests.
  • Do not say creators can add products without meeting the listed criteria.
  • Do not invent extra score thresholds or category rules not shown in the source.

Violation risks

  • Product add restrictions for ineligible categories.
  • Automated notification explaining why the product cannot be added.
  • Loss of ability to promote certain products if criteria are not met.

Who it affects

  • Affiliate creators
  • Creators promoting products in Showcase
  • Creators promoting products in LIVE
  • Creators adding video anchors
  • Creators in the listed general, tailored, and invite-only categories

Source notes

  • This summary is based only on the provided TikTok source text.
  • The source says eligibility may vary by product category.
  • The source says creators should verify against TikTok’s page before acting.

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Key Points
  • Promotion of certain products is subject to qualification criteria set by TikTok Shop policies. Your eligibility is determined by the following factors, which may vary based on the product category:
  • Creator Health Rating (CHR) of 150 or higher
  • Promotion Performance Score (PPS) of 3.5 or higher
  • Your track record of sales
  • Your ability to produce high-quality e-commerce content

Affiliate Creator Product Selection

This policy explains what you need to do to promote certain products. Your eligibility is based on your:
If you do not meet the criteria, you may face restrictions. These rules help us protect the community, maintain high promotion quality, ensure compliance, and create a better experience for everyone.

Affiliate Marketing:

Affiliate Marketing is a commission-based partnership between sellers and creators who promote their products. Here is what it offers:
  • Sellers can invite creators to promote eligible products on their behalf. These are known as "affiliate products".
  • Creators can browse and choose affiliate products from specific sellers to promote and earn commissions.
  • TikTok Shop may also recommend a seller’s affiliate products to creators for potential promotion.
For more details, refer here: Affiliate Marketing Policy

What you Need to Know

To improve promotion quality, TikTok Shop is adding new requirements for some product categories.
These requirements help:
  • Protect customer experience
  • Improve promotion quality
  • Maintain platform integrity

What is Being Updated

Promotion Eligibility Requirements for Selected CategoriesAffiliate creators must be eligible before promoting products in the 17 specified categories.
These requirements apply when adding products to:
  • Showcase
  • LIVE
  • Video anchors
Creators who do not meet the required criteria will receive an automated notification explaining why the product cannot be added.

Eligibility Thresholds

Our 17 specified product categories are in 2 groups. Each group has its own requirements. 11 categories follow one set of rules, and the other 6 have rules tailored to the products.

Categories subject to General Eligibility Criteria

These categories follow the updated promotion eligibility requirements listed below.
  1. AV Receivers
  2. Collectibles
  3. Fabrics & Sewing Supplies
  4. Home Cinema Systems
  5. Large Home Appliances
  6. Natural Crystal
  7. Pre-owned Products
  8. Refurbished Electronics
  9. Smart & Wearable Devices
  10. Tool Organizers
  11. Universal Accessories
  12. Virtual Goods
Eligibility Rules:

Categories With Their Own Eligibility Rules

These categories follow criteria designed to better align with the nature of the products.
  1. Beauty Supplements
  2. Essential Oils for Aromatherapy
  3. Fitness Supplements
  4. Herbal Supplements
  5. Sleep & Snoring
  6. Vitamins, Minerals & Wellness Supplements
Eligibility Rules:Meet 1 of the following:
  • You must have a recent track record of sales, regardless of category.
  • You must consistently produce high-quality e-commerce content, even with no recent sales. For more information on what qualifies as high-quality content, refer here: Good Quality Video Guide.
Invite-Only CategoriesSome categories are limited to invited creators only. These include certain sensitive categories (such as Sexual Wellness and Performance Enhancers) and newer categories (such as Collectible Coins and Digital Games).
These categories are not currently open for applications or access requests.

Compliance Checklist: Are You Eligible to Promote These Products?

Before adding products to your showcase, LIVE, or video anchors, make sure you meet the requirements for the relevant category group.

Checklist: General Criteria

  • Promotion Performance Score (PPS) of 3.5 or higher
  • Creator Health Rating (CHR) of 150 or higher

Checklist: Categories With Tailored Eligibility

  • Have a recent track record of sales (regardless of category)
  • Consistently produce high-quality e-commerce content

Checklist: Invite-Only Categories

  • Promotion is limited to invited creators only.

Important Reminder

If you do not meet the requirements for a product, you cannot add it to your Showcase, LIVE, or video anchors.
An automated notification will explain the reason for the restriction.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why can I not add this product to my showcase, video, or LIVE?Your ability to promote certain products depends on the product category. Eligibility is determined by your Creator Health Rating (CHR), Promotion Performance Score (PPS), your track record of sales, and your ongoing ability to create high-quality content.
If your scores fall below the required thresholds, you may face restrictions when promoting these products. These standards are in place to help maintain quality and compliance with TikTok Shop. We encourage you to improve your PPS and maintain a strong compliance record to access more product promotion opportunities.
Note: If the selected product falls under a category that is available to invited creators only, you will not be able to add it. Please select a different category that is applicable to the product.
Where do I find my Promotion Performance Score? To learn more about Promotion Performance Score, refer to the following guide: Promotion Performance ScoreWhat does it mean when I receive a message after trying to add a product to my showcase, LIVE, or video anchor?The message indicates that you are currently not eligible to promote products in this category. This may be due to one or more of the following reasons:
  • Your Promotion Performance Score (PPS) is below 3.5
  • Your Creator Health Rating (CHR) is below 150
  • Your recent track record of sales
  • Your ongoing ability to create high-quality content
  • The selected category is not open to all creators and is currently invite-only
As a result, your attempt to add and promote the product was rejected. We recommend reviewing your account health for more details and selecting a product from a different category to promote.
When do we reassess your eligibility once your PPS score becomes available?Eligibility is reassessed in real time. Each time you select a product, the system triggers an instant verification. Once the PPS score is available, the next time you select a product in a designated category, eligibility will be evaluated based on the updated PPS score.
Is there a minimum number of orders within a specific timeframe required to generate a PPS score?Yes. You must meet a minimum order requirement. For detailed criteria, please refer to the information in this article: Guide to Promotion Performance ScoreIf your PPS score later drops below the threshold, will you lose access to promote products you were previously approved for?No. This is a real-time verification, so it does not affect past actions. Once you have successfully selected and anchored a product, your ability to continue promoting it will not be impacted. This is true even if your PPS score becomes ineligible later.
Is there a grace period or notification before access is restricted?No. There is no grace period or notification process for access changes.

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